Newcastle United moved up to sixth in the Champions League qualification table with a 2-0 win over Athletic Club.
Eddie Howe made two changes from the 3-1 defeat to West Ham United on Sunday, with Kieran Trippier returning from illness in place of Emil Krafth and Harvey Barnes getting the nod ahead of Jacob Murphy on the right wing.
Bruno Guimaraes was passed fit, despite missing training on Tuesday due to illness.
The Magpies got their noses in front just 11 minutes when Kieran Trippier’s free-kick to the back post was brilliantly headed home by Dan Burn for his second Champions League goal for the club.
Athletic Club responded well. Unai Gomez was denied by Nick Pope before the post kept out Adama Boiro’s powerful effort.
United, without being at their best, had chances to extend their lead through Nick Woltemade and Joelinton in the first half, before the latter finally added a second goal just moments after half-time.
Harvey Barnes, who moved over to the left wing following Anthony Gordon’s 41st minute withdrawal, crossed and Joelinton headed in from close-range.
Here are our Newcastle United player ratings:
9. Joelinton - 7
A rather frustrating performance before scoring Newcastle’s second. Missed a one-on-one and kept giving the ball away. | Getty Images
10. Harvey Barnes - 7
Excellent work down the left to set up Joelinton’s goal. Could have had an assist in the first-half too when Nick Woltemade headed over. | Getty Images
11. Anthony Gordon - 4
Played like the Anthony Gordon that underperformed in the Premier League this season. Went off with a hip injury in the 41st minute, which might explain it. | AFP via Getty Images
12. Nick Woltemade - 5
Largely isolated and cut a frustrated figure before being subbed off. Headed over his only chance from Barnes’ cross. | Getty Images